BirchBarn Designs

BirchBarn Designs grew from a 300-square-foot garage workshop into a family-run woodworking shop and showroom in Scituate. Matt Swanson, the founder and head carpenter, and Shelley Swanson run a business built around handcrafted hardwood cutting boards, barware, furniture, countertops, butcher-block islands and dining tables. Google’s 40 ratings are 5 stars, and customers repeatedly describe careful craftsmanship and attentive service. A 2025 customer whose cutting board arrived damaged in shipping said customer service responded the same business day with a return label and delivered a replacement in two days. Older reviews describe custom kitchen stools matched to an original, a countertop that became a kitchen centerpiece, engraved gifts, and boards purchased repeatedly since 2014. BirchBarn’s own site says the business has worked with hardwoods for over a decade and accepts custom and corporate orders, including branded bulk gifts. Before ordering, confirm the design, materials, timing and delivery details for a custom piece; one customer’s shipping issue was resolved quickly, but the damage did occur in transit. This is a natural fit for distinctive wood goods and custom carpentry rather than a general remodeling job. The Scituate showroom offers local pickup and appointments, while the company says its products travel beyond Massachusetts.